Origin
Cincinnati, OH
Evening in Cincinnati on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cincinnati, OH to Union City, OH
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
97.3 mi
157 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cincinnati, OH
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Union City, OH
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Cincinnati, OH to Union City, OH covers 97.3 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mill Creek Expressway, SR 49, Salem Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.5 miles on Mill Creek Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.7 miles from Cincinnati, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 7m highway drive covering 97.3 miles, with most of the trip on Mill Creek Expressway and SR 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.5 miles on Mill Creek Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mill Creek Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Mill Creek Expressway and SR 49. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near West Mitchell Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (West Mitchell Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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West Mitchell Avenue
Turn left onto West Mitchell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge onto I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.9 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
8
61.7 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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SR 49
Take the exit onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 24
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
8
62.1 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Cincinnati, OH to Union City, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
Greenville
61.7 mi in
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~1h 21m
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via SR 49
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Expressway | 46.5 mi | 55m |
| SR 49 | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| Salem Avenue | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| Union Street | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Vine Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mill Creek Expressway
— 46.5 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, OH and Union City, OH.
1
Start on Ohio Avenue
99 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ohio Avenue
2
Turn right onto West McMillan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West McMillan Avenue
3
Turn left onto Vine Street
282 ft
·
10 sec
·
Vine Street
4
Continue on Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on Vine Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto West Mitchell Avenue
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Mitchell Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 75 North: Dayton
8
Merge onto I 75
46 mi
·
55 min
·
Mill Creek Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 53
Toward Second Street, Salem Avenue, 1st Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West 2nd Street
11
Continue on West 1st Street
381 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 1st Street
12
Continue on Salem Avenue
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Salem Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto SR 49
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
SR 49
Exit 24
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
22 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 49
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 121
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pine Street
16
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 121
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Washington Avenue
17
Continue on SR 49; SR 118; SR 502; SR 571
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Broadway
18
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
165 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Broadway
19
Continue on South Broadway
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Broadway
20
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Main Street
21
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 571
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Wayne Street
22
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Union Street
23
Turn right onto South State Line Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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South State Line Street
24
Turn right onto SR 47
232 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Elm Street
25
Arrive at destination
SR 47
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.7 miles from Cincinnati, OH, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.7 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union City, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cincinnati, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cincinnati, OH
This is one driving day of about 97.3 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cincinnati, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Mill Creek Expressway for about 46.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.7 mi from Cincinnati, OH · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.7 miles from Cincinnati, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union City, OH
The final approach into Union City, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Union City, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.55 one way
$29.11 round trip
$3.80/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.24 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
| premium | $4.79 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.62 | $43.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Union City, OH
Evening in Union City on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
S 9 to 22 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cincinnati, OH to Union City, OH covers 97.3 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mill Creek Expressway, SR 49, Salem Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.7 miles from Cincinnati, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (West Mitchell Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 75 / Mill Creek Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Cincinnati, OH to Union City, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Greenville along the way.
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